Swimming Pool Blog

February (8)

Ozone + Minerals: The One-Two Punch
Rob CoxHow to operate your pool without using chlorine. Use minerals and ozone, along with MPS and good filtration, and you can say goodbye to buying shock and tablets. Really!Friday, February 28, 2014 4:19 PM

5 Myths about Solar Pool Heating
5 myths about solar pool heating - DEBUNKED! If you've been a reader of this blog for some time, you know that we are partial to solar pool heaters. I have installed many pool solar heaters over the years, in all places both north and south. There are a few misconceptions about solar pool heaters, mostly discussed by people that have never installed or even seen a solar pool heater in action. Tuesday, February 25, 2014 3:37 PM

How to Replace a Filter Backwash ValveRob CoxShould you rebuild your replace your pool filter valve, aka slide valve or multiport valve? Here's some tips on finding the correct replacement valves, and avoiding problems during installation of a new backwash valve.Friday, February 21, 2014 2:58 PM

Recycling Your Old Pool EquipmentRecycle your old pool equipment by repurposing it into another use - or recycle it at the landfill that is equipped to handle the equipment material you are replacing. Here's some ideas for putting less old pool equipment into landfills.Tuesday, February 18, 2014 12:40 PM

Pool Pump Parts: All You Need to Know
Pool pump parts - anyone can understand how a pump works, the most important thing is that it must be water tight and air tight. And, of course, it does need water too!Tuesday, February 11, 2014 5:42 PM

Intermatic Pool Timer Troubleshooting Tips
ok, this intermatic timer clock - real reliable and durable, but sometimes they get ornry. here's some tips on troubleshooting an intermatic time clock, to determine what sort of repair you need to make.Tuesday, February 04, 2014 4:10 PM